3 h. ago Israeli strikes kill 23 in Gaza, including journalist and first responder

Israeli military strikes killed at least 23 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Sunday, including a local journalist and a senior rescue service official, local health authorities said. The latest deaths in the Israeli campaign resulted from separate Israeli strikes in Khan Younis in the south, Jabalia in the north and Nuseirat in the central […]

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33 h. ago Robotex MRC Cyprus 2025 returns with new challenges and international reach

The Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) has announced that registrations for Robotex MRC Cyprus 2025 will close on May 29. The major educational robotics event will take place on June 28-29, 2025, at the University of Cyprus Sports Centre. This year marks the 8th edition of Robotex Cyprus and the 2nd edition of the Minoan RobotSports […]

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48 h. ago Cyprus denies conducting migrant pushbacks, Deputy Minister says

Cyprus denies conducting migrant pushbacks, Deputy Minister says  Kathimerini.com.cy

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49 h. ago Greek court charges 17 coast guard officers over 2023 migrant shipwreck

A Greek naval court has charged 17 coast guard officers over one of the Mediterranean’s worst shipwrecks two years ago, in which hundreds of people are believed to have drowned, three sources said on Friday. The shipwreck of an overloaded migrant boat in international waters off the southwestern Greek town of Pylos on June 14, […]

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54 h. ago Project Zero: Lidl partners with AKTI for even cleaner beaches

Steadfast in its commitment to sustainable development and environmental efforts, Lidl Cyprus participated in a major coastal clean-up action within the framework of Project Zero for yet another year, in collaboration with the AKTI Studies and Research Centre. Dozens of #teamLidl volunteers gathered to send their own message against plastic pollution, collecting waste from the […]

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56 h. ago Yildirim insists there is no ‘new development’ between Republic of Cyprus and central Asia

Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) council of elders chairman and former Turkish prime minister Binali Yildirim on Thursday insisted there is no “new development” in relations between central Asian states and the Republic of Cyprus. Addressing an event held on the sidelines of the OTS’ summit in Budapest, he was keen to play down the […]

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67 h. ago G7 seeks to cut ‘excessive imbalances’ in global economy, may impose more Russia sanctions

Finance ministers and central bank governors from the Group of Seven democracies pledged on Thursday to address “excessive imbalances” in the global economy and said they could increase sanctions on Russia. The finance ministers and central bank governors, who met in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, said there was a need for a common understanding of […]

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3 d. ago CBC governor outlines strategies for economic resilience and growth

Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) governor Christodoulos Patsalides on Thursday used his address at the 4th ICPAC Mediterranean Finance Summit to underline the importance of resilience in the face of global economic uncertainties. At the event, Patsalides highlighted the necessity for strategic reforms and robust regulatory frameworks to ensure financial stability and sustainable growth. “We […]

Economics

3 d. ago Iran warns Israel, US against any attack on its nuclear sites

The United States will bear legal responsibility in the event of an Israeli attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Thursday, following a CNN report that Israel might be preparing strikes on Iran. Iran and the U.S., Israel’s closest ally, will hold a fifth round of nuclear talks on Friday in […]

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3 d. ago Greek fire brigade on high alert after 6.1 magnitude quake strikes off Crete

All Greek fire brigade forces were on high alert across Crete on Thursday after a 6.1 magnitude quake hit off the Greek island in the Mediterranean Sea. The service has not received any calls for assistance so far, the fire brigade said.

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3 d. ago Our View: Future of Nicosia’s Makarios avenue awaits police chief say

Last week, out of the blue, Nicosia municipal council voted to change the regime governing the lower part of Makarios avenue in Nicosia. This is the part that is closed to all vehicles except buses and taxis. The council voted that the road would open on weekdays from 7am to 9pm and close again on […]

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3 d. ago Beloved strongman: support for Pakistan army chief surges after India conflict

Pakistan’s army chief General Asim Munir is the most powerful man in the country, but his popular support has surged after the worst conflict in decades with arch-rival India, shattering criticism of interference in politics and harshly cracking down on opponents. A grateful government has given him a rare promotion to Field Marshal “in recognition […]

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4 d. ago Lemesos 2030 hosting art theorists in roundtable on grief, trauma and contested narratives

In the frame of the exhibition by Rinos Stefani and Sumer Erek at Limassol Municipal Arts Centre, running until May 31, 2025, Lemesos 2030 hosts a Roundtable Discussion with art theorists Gabriel Koureas and Esra Plumer, preceded by a tour of the exhibition on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Exploring themes of identity, memory, and human […]

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4 d. ago Holguin to meet Christodoulides on Saturday, Tatar on Monday

The UN chief’s personal envoy for Cyprus Maria Angela Holguin kicks off her meetings on the island with a 10.30am appointment with President Nikos Christodoulides on Saturday. Holguin will be meeting Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar on Monday at 10.30am. According to diplomatic sources, after her meetings with the leaders of the two communities, Holguin […]

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4 d. ago Experience the future of workplace excellence at Neocleous Tower

Neocleous Tower is a groundbreaking commercial development in central Limassol, inviting corporations to discover the next generation of upscale workplace environments. Redefining the work lifestyle model, the tower is also raising the benchmark for sustainable real estate, offering an eco-conscious, tech-driven and people-centric work setting that fosters excellence, collaboration and well-being. As construction progresses on […]

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4 d. ago Bilbao fortifies for onslaught of English fans ahead of Europa League final

Bilbao braces for the expected influx of more than 50,000 English football fans as Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United prepare to square off in the Europa League final on Wednesday. Spanish authorities have fortified Athletic Bilbao’s San Mames Stadium, located in the city centre, with a three-metre high fence and stringent security measures. The municipal […]

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4 d. ago Israel preparing strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, CNN reports

New intelligence obtained by the United States suggests that Israel is making preparations to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, CNN reported on Tuesday, citing multiple U.S. officials familiar with the intelligence. It was not clear whether Israeli leaders have made a final decision and there was disagreement within the U.S. government about whether they would ultimately […]

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4 d. ago Dog beaches in Cyprus deemed inaccessible, says the animal party

Public access to dog-friendly beaches in Cyprus is severely limited and basic facilities are lacking, the Cyprus Animal Party warned on Tuesday. In a formal letter to the chairman of the central committee on beaches, the party urged immediate action over the condition and accessibility of most designated dog beaches on the island. The party […]

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4 d. ago Mitsotakis discusses UNSC priorities, Cyprus and Gaza with UN chief

Mitsotakis discusses UNSC priorities, Cyprus and Gaza with UN chief  eKathimerini.com

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5 d. ago Bioethics Committee proposes plan for AI use in health sector

The Cyprus National Bioethics Committee on Tuesday called for the preparation of a national strategy for the use of AI in healthcare “The aim is to create a human-centred framework for the application of AI, which will serve and not degrade humans,” it said. The committee urged the government to set up a council of […]

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